CLASS I ONGOING Food recall · Reported 16 Mar 2022 · FDA Enforcement Report
Abbott Infant Formula Powder can recalled by Abbott Laboratories
Abbott Laboratories is recalling Abbott Infant Formula Powder can, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 17 Feb 2022 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-0957-2022
- FDA event ID
- 89629
- Recalling firm
- Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, IL
- Brand
- Abbott
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 17 Feb 2022
- FDA classified
- 30 Mar 2022
- Reported
- 16 Mar 2022
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Press Release
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Baby Formula
Timeline
| 17 Feb 2022 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 16 Mar 2022 | Published in enforcement report | +27 days |
| 30 Mar 2022 | Classified by FDA | +14 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants and evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii in the manufacturing facility where the product had been produced
Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.
Product as listed by the FDA
Abbott Infant Formula Powder 12.6oz. can. 6 cans per case. Item numbers: Clinical Retail UPCs: N/A - Clinical
Where it was distributed
US Nationwide. Worldwide.
Questions about this recall
Is Abbott Infant Formula Powder can recalled?
Yes. Abbott Laboratories recalled Abbott Infant Formula Powder can on 17 Feb 2022. The recall is Class I and its status is Ongoing. Recall number F-0957-2022.
Why was it recalled?
Consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants and evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii in the manufacturing facility where the product had been produced
Which lots are affected?
Batches: 29169K800
Where was it sold?
US Nationwide. Worldwide.
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class I mean?
Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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